Financing a New Business with a Seller

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: I have been offered a chance to buy a business and the owner is willing to finance part of the purchase. What I mean is that I cannot afford the $50K he is asking but he said he would be willing finance half the cost over 5 years if I co ... Read More

What Age is Best to Start a Business?

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: Hi Steve – I am in my mid-60s and the funny thing is, I would like to start my own business. Throughout my career, I had always loved the idea of becoming an entrepreneur, but for one reason or another, I never did it. Now I have t ... Read More

Starting a Business for Almost No Money

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: Do you know of a business I could start with little or no money? A: Over ay my new site, TheSelfEmployed, this – by far – the most common query we get. It is not surprising that people are looking to start businesses on the ... Read More

Do You Qualify for a Small Business Grant?

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: I was wondering if there really is federal grant money available for my small business, and if so, where do I find it? It would be great if there was. Paul A: Let me ask you: In your experience, is there really such a thing as a free l ... Read More

Get Your Business Funded

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: I heard your webinar about creative ways to finance a business, though I only came in at the end. I have been out of work for a year and my unemployment is about to run out. What options do I have? Thanks for your time. Mary A: There i ... Read More

7 Steps to Starting a Business

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: Having recently lost my job and I am forced to think about starting my own business. I have watched some video and read a few articles, but honestly, this is all new to me. Could you just give me the broad overview of the steps involved? ... Read More

SBA Loans

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: I hear that there is more money available these days for Small Business Administration loans. Is that true? If it is, how do I apply to the SBA to get one? Thanks in advance.MauriceA: To answer your first question, yes it is true that th ... Read More

Funding

The bad news and the good news.

Written By Steve Strauss

Q: In this climate, where can people go to get the money they need for their business? I want to expand but the banks all say no. I can't even imagine what it would be like if I was looking for startup capital. What are we supposed to d ... Read More

Improve Your Odds of Getting a Loan

A 60-Second Guide to Getting a Loan.

Getting a small business loan is not as easy as saying you have a great idea and holding out your hand. While it is difficult to get a start-up business loan without a proven track record, it's not impossible. In just 60-seconds, we' ... Read More

Financing Your Start-up Business

A 60-Second Guide to Financing Your Start-up Business.

What's standing between you and starting your own business? If it's a lack of money, relax. There are a number of reasonable start-up capital options available to aspiring entrepreneurs. The key is planning. Your financing strategy ... Read More